Stunning country house with land and a substantial collection of outbuildings.
Kingsland is a handsome grade II listed five bedroom Georgian residence occupying grounds of approx. 11 acres, situated in an attractive village south of Colchester in the heart of the Roman River Valley.
The façade is typical of its period with tall sash windows relieved under mellow rendered elevations under a handmade red tiled roof. The house boasts a wealth of beautifully retained features and light-filled accommodation, arranged over two levels and extending to approx. 5,200 sq ft.
The property is entered via a delightful classical door case opening to a welcoming entrance with a turning staircase rising to the first floor with ornate, hand crafted balustrade. The ground floor receptions radiate from the hall with one side leading to a substantial dual aspect drawing room with further double doors leading to a delightful dining room benefitting from beautiful views and access over the formal gardens. To the south corner is a comfortable study with a lobby and cloakroom positioned off the hall.
A focal point of this stunning home is the kitchen and family room, beautifully presented in neutral tones providing a bespoke range of units and stone work surfaces. The kitchen opens to a large family area, overlooking the gardens with access to a wide external terrace to the rear. To the side is a utility room, boot room and pantry. Concluding the ground floor is access to a cellar.
To the first floor are five bedrooms and a luxury family bathroom. The principal suite enjoys a south facing aspect, dressing room and en suite bathroom. Bedrooms two and three also enjoy en suite facilities.
This wonderful country home has extensive and discreetly positioned outbuildings, including a beautiful detached two bedroom coach house and offering a separate converted entertaining barn. An excellent opportunity for those seeking multi-generational living.
The accommodation is arranged over two levels with a ground floor reception room and a cloakroom. To the upper level is a grand reception with kitchenette facilities which separates two bedrooms and a bathroom. Beyond the coach house is a detached barn converted to provide a wonderful space for entertaining providing a vast reception hall, kitchenette, cloakroom and a mezzanine level.
Outside
Kingsland is approached over a sweeping driveway flanked by parkland grounds to one side leading to the house offering extensive parking. A fork within the drive continues to one side leading to a self-contained detached coach house, converted barn and cart lodge providing covered storage facilities and a substantial yard.
A particular feature of this wonderful family home is the manicured gardens which predominately lie to the north of the house providing all year round colour, interest and immense privacy. There is an expanse of lawn wrapping around the house leading to an extensive stone terrace. Extending from the rear is a more private terrace and courtyard situated to the side of the house, leading to a further storage room, workshop and cloakroom. The formal gardens are partly enclosed by an attractive redbrick wall with beautiful trees lining the boundaries. The formal gardens extend to approx. 3.2 acres.
Equestrian Facilities
On the opposite side of the road, with views from the house, is a modern U' shaped stable block offering four loose boxes, hay barns, tractor and implement storage. The stables provide water and electricity with covered storage extending over a spacious yard. Post and rail fencing and a wide driveway separate a front paddock, all in around 7.7 acres. Due to the positioning, those not looking to utilise the facilities have the option to seek livery rental.
Services
Oil heating, mains water, mains drainage.
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I think this must be one of the finest houses I have seen in North Essex.
Karl Manning